Battery Metals Top Stories

Australia may speed tax breaks for critical minerals refining

The move follows Albemarle's announcement this week that it could shed about 300 jobs in Australia.

Bloomberg News | August 1, 2024 | 6:56 am

New plans for LithiumBank’s Boardwalk and Park Place projects in Alberta

Over the next two quarters, the company will work on…

Staff Writer | July 31, 2024 | 10:18 am

Liontown kicks off lithium production in Western Australia

The Kathleen Valley lithium mine is expected to reach production…

Cecilia Jamasmie | July 31, 2024 | 6:33 am

Australia’s IGO flags job cuts as nickel price slumps

As part of the restructure, IGO will focus on maximizing…

Reuters | July 30, 2024 | 11:17 am

New method recovers 50% lithium from batteries in 30 seconds

Researchers at Rice University used microwave radiation and a biodegradable…

Staff Writer | July 30, 2024 | 9:46 am

Chile to seek bidders for preferential pricing on lithium by July

The Andean nation is the world's second-largest lithium producer.

Reuters | May 16, 2024 | 9:03 am

US, Canada team up to fund critical minerals junior Lomiko

Both governments step up efforts to reduce their reliance on Chinese supplies of energy transition minerals.

Staff Writer | May 16, 2024 | 8:08 am

Chile gives Albemarle option to boost lithium quota

To access the higher quota, Albemarle would need to prove the use of sustainable technology such as DLE, among other things.

Reuters | May 15, 2024 | 4:05 pm

Australia’s top pension boosts critical minerals to $8 billion

In January, AustralianSuper said it would double its lithium exposure in the next five years.

Bloomberg News | May 15, 2024 | 10:23 am

Winning over public key to EU’s mineral supply push, says industry

The key to social acceptance was active engagement with local communities and pro-active communicating, said CEO of EIT RawMaterials.

Reuters | May 15, 2024 | 9:40 am

Opinion: Tariffs on minerals from China are not enough

Critical minerals consultant argues Western countries need duties on all minerals produced by Chinese-linked entities.

Gregory D. Wischer | May 15, 2024 | 8:51 am

EU to call for mineral projects, eyes joint purchases

The EU Critical Raw Materials Act is designed to guarantee a supply of lithium, copper and other minerals for green technologies.

Reuters | May 15, 2024 | 7:34 am

Vale Indonesia granted mining permit extension to 2035

Special licence is part of a wider deal that will see state-owned holding MIND ID become PT Vale’s largest shareholder, with 34% ownership.

Staff Writer | May 15, 2024 | 5:21 am

BYD postpones plans for 2025 Chile lithium cathode plant

Production at the new plant was expected to begin around the end of 2025, representing a $290 million investment.

Reuters | May 14, 2024 | 6:01 pm

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